THE TRUTH ABOUT RETIRING IN THAILAND: THE GOOD AND THE BAD!

[@ThailandBound]

Please let me know if you would like more videos like this one.

[@runningman2198]

@@ThailandBound Absolutely would like regular updates on you and retirement.

[@chriswhitfield8335]

Hello from the UK, very helpful insight thank you. Im 56 and feel the same as you re UK, love walking the dogs but .. lived in Bangkok with work 2012-2015. Plan to head back 2027. Did you keep property in UK ? I worry about stepping off the property ladder ..

[@jacovandermerwe84]

I would love more content like this. Please see my comment below in the comment chain....

[@glennamyhotspur]

Yes, more, please!

[@vincentnutter7671]

@@chriswhitfield8335 That was my mistake getting off the property ladder and working as a teacher in Thailand for 4 years and not realising all the values went up and I was chipping away at my nest egg. Keep your asset.

[@DannyVega-DanielHall4Freedom]

I'll be 67 in March and I am making the move there in April. My first priority is getting a good 1yr lease at a nice condo in Jomtein.

[@mikeanderson203]

Been watching for over 4 years. Keep up the great work, Peter!

[@ThailandBound]

Thank you for the support 🙏

[@_Alfa.Bravo_]

Nice. We all hope you stay healthy please and keep reading and uploading !!!

[@NomYaiInspector2]

Wow those 3 years have flown by. I remember your vlog leaving for Thailand in business class. Keep it going cheers.

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks! 😃

[@chogno98]

I've been enjoying your stories for years. You're looking great. All the best!

[@ThailandBound]

Appreciate that 👍

[@michael-lt2lf]

I've also been a longtime subscriber. Always remember Peter, it was you who started reader's stories before any of the others who are doing it now.

[@adrianbaker3218]

Congratulations on the move mate glad to here it is gone well and I’ve been watching since you had 8k subscribers

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks for sticking with the channel!

[@whittakerwinstanleyiii4051]

Good honest assessment Peter. I tended to assume that as a KZbinr everything is wonderful for you, but of course that’s not the real world.

[@deeinissan9966]

Hi Peter, a great update. I’ve been watching your channel from the early days of covid 👍.

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks for your continued support!

[@SoybooCow]

I'm 57 from Grim Britain. Retired here 2.5 years ago, after 11 years visiting as a tourist. Only one regret, should've done it YEARS ago🙂

[@paulroman3402]

I arrive in Bangkok in two weeks, plan to obtain a retirement visa, and stay long term. Just can't decide where to live, if you don't mind me asking, do you prefer the beaches and laidback lifestyle in Chonburi or the big, exciting city?

[@SoybooCow]

@paulroman3402 I never tell people what/what not to do. My only advice is this: Don't buy a property, rental is a better option. If you change your mind about location or surroundings, it's much easier to move on. Try 6 months in a city, then 6 months near a beach. See which you prefer. Best of luck with your new life👍

[@scotniver7180]

Ha.. just came across your video. I'm 65.. Very frustrating some people pick up the language so quickly. Few years ago I started reading and writing thai. I'm fairly proficient at both. I started a charity in Buriram 12 years ago. Now they are my family. 3 children in particular I've known since birth. I've been driving up Once per month for 12 years. อำเภอ ประโคนชัย.. I quit drugs and alcohol 35 years ago and exchanged it with exercise. 2006 started training muay thai. I have not stopped. I have 2 gyms in Pattaya and one in Bangkok. Great place to meet people and develop friendship s . Been retired 4 years.. Before I was a commercial fishing captain on West Coast.. mostly Alaska. Allowing me to fish 3 mos. Per year then Live in Thailand. First 10 years, I taught scuba on Phuket. Met lots of people from all around the world. Loved it.. ** Quit drinking and start exercising ** At 65.. , I still give 20 years old a run for the money. -- bought 3 condos in Pattaya I will give to the children when I croak.. One Day at a Time Cheers

[@scotniver7180]

@HeartsPT Mek Fah muay thai in Bangkok.. WKO in Pattaya

[@marksoler7338]

Hi Peter, I was happy to run into you and your pals on the Benjikhitti path yesterday. I'm back in CA now, intensely missing Thailand already! I wish I had time to grab a Heineken 0 with you. -Mark from Santa Barbara

[@ThailandBound]

Hi Mark wow time flies look me up next time we'll have lunch together

[@Brett-bulldog]

Hi Peter I have been watching your channel for about 4 years now. I watch every episode. You always go into great depth with things and are very insightful with what you present on your channel. Keep up the good work

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks for the support.

[@EhWhassup]

Thank you Peter, your perspectives are very considered and useful. I enjoy following your Chanel

[@ThailandBound]

Glad to hear that!

[@MeanMrMustardMan]

Great channel mate, one of the top 3. Probably the best channel for those of us planning to move out here to retire in the near future 👍

[@ThailandBound]

Much appreciated!

[@BigBillyBowden]

Is Polythene Pam hot? 😳

[@jerseyrex9823]

I have been watching a lot of your content for a while Peter always enjoys it keep up the good work mate.

[@ThailandBound]

Cheers!

[@stephenbedford7325]

Yes, I have been watching you for a few years now, Peter. Keep up the great work!

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks, will do!

[@robertkoch5598]

Wonderful story,and you look so happy now.A pleasure to know you.Very humble man😊

[@ThailandBound]

Thank you kindly

[@erikjanse3994]

Humidity in Rayong currently 50%. Temperatures between 18 to 28 degrees. Really perfect!

[@thaibillyboy]

Hi Peter, i have been watching your channel from the start when you vlogged from your garage/office, seems like only yesterday, keep up the vlogs and its been a pleasure following your life's journey. Cheers.

[@hagar6359]

good video and information mate. Ive been watching you for ages, probably 4 years. Always plenty of stuff to watch and comment on. Some of the places you go to and at I have been to - like the restaurant in Soi 14. So its great to get updated on those places.

[@ThailandBound]

Cheers! Glad you're enjoying the channel, it's good to have you on board. 🙏

[@hagar6359]

@@ThailandBound I hope to catch up with you when I get to BKK next mate

[@mkwaku]

Great video and perspective, Peter. Thanks.

[@adc5897]

Looking good, Peter! You have the right mindset!

[@robertjames6936]

I've been watching for about 3-4 years now since the Dave and Nat stories. About to watch them again. Keep up the good work legend!

[@ThailandBound]

Glad you're still around after all this time!

[@brandonjoseph3422]

As usual, a very sensible and crisp talk. I’ve been following you for two years and waiting for the day to test the waters in Thailand. I’m drinking Glenlivet right now, here’s a toast to your good health and long healthy and functional life, Peter. Always a joy to listen to you . Take care

[@ThailandBound]

🙏

[@dylancottonphotos]

Looking good mate .. I’m so glad ur going ok keep up the great work

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks, mate. 🙏

[@jimmyg4428]

Hello Peter , Nice re-cap on your time there and letting us know ow the daily routine. I’ve been watching for years and rate your informational videos very high. The stories and the best of course.. Always try to meet up when in Bkk although not always easy . Stay healthy and keep the videos coming .

[@ThailandBound]

I always appreciate seeing familiar faces.

[@nerfero]

I've been here 13 years without leaving Thailand for a single day. I hope you appreciated Khon kaean, I live there. It's a living here to. Some days I doubt my sanity for going here while next day I thank God for guiding me to this paradise. Everything in between is possible. Glad to hear you got out of Pattaya.

[@Hooghol]

Hi Peter been following for the last 4 years even when you were still in the UK. I was in Bangkok last year wanted to make a trip over this last December but work kept me tied up. I am going to make it this year for sure! Your information has been very helpful over the years. All the best sir and greetings from Houston!

[@ThailandBound]

Thank you kindly. Cheers from Thailand!

[@ald1050]

love your channel Pete. It will always be a popular channel as more and more people want to come out to thailand.

[@jaidee9570]

If you want a break from the temps and the humidity, you could spend a week or so up north. This morning on the outskirts of Chiang Mai city at 7 am it was 14 degrees, cool enough that I rooted out a pair of trousers and a long sleeved shirt rather than shorts and a T-shirt. I've been living here for 6.5 years, my attitude to visiting Bangkok is the same as visiting London used to be: avoid whenever possible! The last time I was in Bangkok was almost 3 years ago, the cost of living was noticeably higher, plus it's just too busy for my liking, so I stay up north. To be honest, I prefer mountains to the sea, from the window of my house I can see Doi Suthep, which suits me, but each to their own. I agree with you about Thai, it took me 6 years living in Germany whilst in the army to learn very basic German, picking up Thai at over 50 seems impossible. When I speak Thai, I get blank looks, my wife says exactly the same as I did (OK probably very different to me!) and people understand fine, it's not encouraging to try and learn more. I will say having a Thai wife makes many aspects of life here very easy, including being able to buy a house, and technical aspects of searching for specific tools, hardware, paint etc. One of the most interesting things that's happened to me since moving here is no longer following events in the UK. It's not that I'm uninterested, but not being affected by 99% of it, means I only tend to find out about things well after the fact. I have come to realize that many of the English people I know are very much within the bubble of English news, living here means not getting a daily dose of government approved news stories, and I look more at non UK opinions of events and form opinions based on multiple perspectives. For most people it's difficult to look at life from outside the bubble when you're still living in the bubble, leaving the bubble has changed my opinion about unbiased UK news. I'm an introvert, I don't have any friends here and didn't have any close ones in the UK. I am friendly with some of my wife's close family, and I occasionally exchange a few words or nod's of recognition with foreigners living here, but I'm content with keeping myself to myself. My wife is the same, we fit well together and get along wonderfully. I can't imagine anything that would cause me to return to the UK, I certainly wouldn't choose to return, about the only UK foods I eat now are Worcester Sauce, Marmite and occasionally fig rolls, so even food wise there's nothing I can't get here if I have a mind to. I don't know why YT pushed your video at me, but it's interesting to see different ideas/thoughts from a UK man living here. Good luck with you life in Bangkok, long may it continue.

[@scottg3456]

All the best Pete, hope to meet you one day in Bangkok/Thailand. Stay happy and healthy!

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks Scott same here

[@wezza60]

I'm 65 next month, and we'll be living in Thailand by the end of the year, to start with we will live with my Sister in law initially then rent in different parts of Thailand till we've settled. Learning another Language at our age especially Thai is a challenge. I'm pretty healthy, never smoked, social drinker, same with you, if I can get past 80 will be a bonus. We're coming for a holiday mid May, Melbourne to Singapore staying overnight at Changi then the missus will fly to Bangkok and I to Phuket for 5 nights then to Bangkok, we'll have to catchup if possible, we are there till early June.

[@ThailandBound]

Sounds like you've got a great plan!

[@darrensworking]

@@wezza60 loved Singapore especially little India

[@nrz197]

I like listening to you as you tend to keep it real and not over hype everything as being amazingly. For the most part, life is just life wherever you live. There is the good and the bad.

[@LazarousChewe]

I Discovered this channel last week already have seen over 10 of your posts. Great man. Watching from Zambia!

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks for the feedback, I'm glad you enjoy the channel

[@LazarousChewe]

@@ThailandBound Yes I did

[@davidthailand2159]

Good stuff peter,I started watching you when I returned to Australia in 2020 after 22 yrs in the kingdom,I've returned again ,would be nice to catch up 1 day.

[@gregbaugh13]

Nice video Peter. I'm turning 57 this month and been traveling to Thailand for 12 years. The plan is to retire there. appreciate all that you do! be back to Thailand next month

[@ThailandBound]

Thank you, and good luck with your plans!

[@Ulbre]

I first came to Thailand January 84, so 41 years ago...and have lived here since 2006.....I still get stuff out of these videos guys make who have been here way less than me.......because that is life, we can all teach each other something.....although in your situation you are no newbie obv but my point is that we all love this country whether we came her 70, 80, 90, 00, 10 20 or last week> Cheers

[@monfunsun]

I think you mentioned in one of your early vlogs that there was a farang buying drinks for everybody, that was me 😂. I love your channel.

[@MrRx29g]

It's impressive to see the number of people watching, commenting and engaging in and with the overall story of retirement in Thailand. Well done! Personally I'd like for you to discuss in future video the matter of banking in Thailand specifically how to maintain and grow the value of the 800K deposit required to obtain the retirement visa

[@ThailandBound]

I've done banking videos already

[@georgebrooks3873]

I’ve been watching since you were still in your house live-streaming before the move to garden shed and the daisies.😂

[@lukepowell1988]

Glad to hear it is all working out for you been watching you for about 4 years 😊

[@ThailandBound]

I appreciate that!

[@lawrencewainwright7816]

I remember your business flight to Thailand when you retired. That 3 years has gone very quickly. I’m glad you’re living a healthier life and have cut down on the drinking. I would love to spend the British winters in Thailand and the summer in the UK. I think I would miss my family if I retired in Thailand for the whole year. Still enjoying the channel and I’m glad you still enjoy doing it. Regards Lawrence

[@ThailandBound]

Yes! Thank you!

[@andydavies2537]

Hi Peter, I have been watching your channel from the early days of covid, I'm a constant visitor to Thailand and appreciate your humility, keep up the good work..

[@michaelward1605]

Young or old we all need our health before money..none of us knows what tomorrow can bring..just enjoy everyday be happy..you are in the best place in the world...your excellent informative videos, livestreams and stories means your channel will keep going for as long as you want, Ive only got 13 years to go and I will be joining you 🤣 for now have to make do with 1 month a year 😏 ✈️⚽️🎱🍻🥳😎

[@carlbryson924]

What’s that old saying……health is wealth. It’s so true. I’m a few years younger than Peter and I’m doing the same as him. I’m hoping to get another two decades at least of trouble free life out of my well traveled bod.

[@scottgeen3062]

Good video well done enjoy your video from Scott new Zealand

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks, Scott from New Zealand

[@bigtamis]

This is the first video I have seen of your channel. Luckily I have 5 years backlog to look forward to. Nice work. Looking forward to exploring your archive. 🙂

[@ThailandBound]

Awesome, thank you!

[@stangoodvibes]

@@bigtamis start with the Dave & Nat series. It's absolutely brilliant 🙏

[@lastmonkstanding5717]

New subscriber, but have been watching for a few months now. Appreciate your insights.

[@ThailandBound]

Welcome! I appreciate you subscribing!

[@AsiaGuy2025]

Lived here 15 years. Why you would choose BKK is beyond me. Well put together video - thank you. I think you are over worried about health and socially you will lose a lot by stopping drinking 100% why not limit to weekends? You are retired, just enjoy your last 15/20 years and dont think too much. You, and I, will die soon enough. Cheers!

[@ThailandBound]

Bangkok works well for me, but I understand it’s not for everyone. As for drinking, I’m just trying to focus on my health a bit more, but I see your point-balance is key. And you’re right, life’s too short to overthink everything. Cheers and take care!

[@AsiaGuy2025]

@@ThailandBound, I agree we must have balance, but I can honestly say, having dated many Thai girls, that a glass or three of wine helps in many situations. An Italian meal without some red wine seems abhorrent to me. I try to stick to my rule of social drinking only (no solo binges). If no one is there, I don't drink. This way I can still enjoy with my dates and meals. Thanks for the videos again - I will keep watching :)

[@jacovandermerwe84]

Thanks for the video update on how your move has turned out for you. Happy to hear your success story. I have been following your channel for some time, but to be honest...I refuse to watch the "stories" any more. Nothing against you...just the nature of the content. I am in a relatively "new" relationship with an amazing Thai woman. She is a senior level school teacher. I have known her for 5 years, and we finally decided to make it an official relationship one year ago. I went through a period "binge-watching" the stories. Then, I realised that my attitude, my approach to my partner was changing. I started to doubt, question....generally feel dysphoric about our relationship. It took me a short time to realise that all the negative content was starting to "rewire' my brain. How amazing that a negative overload can influence someone at the age of 62.... even someone with a very solid grounding in psychology and the human condition. I stopped watching the stories, did some self-assessment, and now our relationship is back on a solid track. She truly is an amazing woman. I view myself as one lucky man.... I will put up my hand and take responsibility for my own role in this. Keep doing what you are doing. As to your previous comment...absolutely, make more positive content like this. I will be sure to watch! Thanks for the great work!

[@ThailandBound]

I fully understand and congratulations for being in a successful relationship the whole point of those stories are really just to warn guys what kind of girls operate bars and GoGo clubs. Of course there are some genuine Amazing, Thai women. I've never made aspersions on all Thai women I've always made it quite clear that I'm talking about the majority of girls who work in Go-Go bars and nightclubs

[@petek5523]

Emigrating to any country can be difficult at first, but you need to keep busy, learn the language and keep as healthy as possible. Good video and good health mate 🎉😊

[@ThailandBound]

Couldn't agree more

[@timothylewis9372]

Ive been watching your chanel for 5 years keep up the good content cheers Tim wales

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks 👍

[@class58]

If you can give up drinking in Pattaya you can give up drinking anywhere, I reckon! 😉

[@Emrah-q8o]

Thank you for continued hard work Peter. Keeps me sane till I get back. Love you long time Emrah

[@patrickconnolly7799]

It’s motivating to hear about your lifestyle improvements! Thanks for sharing your story!

[@JIMHALE-v6v]

Hi there Peter. Just stumbled across your post. Thanks. Very interesting. I’ve now been here five years. I’m 82 and find your comments very much in line with my own.

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks, good to hear you're enjoying it! 5 years is a good chunk of time

[@JIMHALE-v6v]

Hi there Neil! This is a serious conundrum for virtually anyone over the age of 65 wishing to retire in Thailand. I suspect that is the reason you have reached out to me. Basically, during my investigations prior to making my decision, I discovered that Insurance in Thailand for over 65s for anything is virtually impossible. With regard to Health Insurance- forget it! This has been verified in a number of attempts both via my own applications and those of Thai acquaintances within the Insurance industry. It’s impossible. My experiences have also uncovered some interesting facts. For instance, whilst you can obtain insurance with companies outside Thailand, most Thai hospitals will not recognise those policies, thus making them invalid. Another fact I uncovered was that if one is able to obtain insurance prior to age 65 the Thai insurers are quite happy to continue that cover beyond 65. Obviously the premiums rise accordingly. Personally, my approach was to investigate the average cost of treating those illnesses and conditions that I was likely to encounter and ensure that I had a back up fund which could adequately cover those likelihoods. So far it has worked. I have had a stomach complaint dealt with, a melanoma removed and a new titanium knee. This may well have been long winded and somewhat convoluted, but I can only hope it is helpful to you. All the best

[@JIMHALE-v6v]

@I would suggest you are the perfect age to do the transition. Just, do the investigation thoroughly.

[@jolyoncaplin747]

What a lovely and natural account that was... Many thanks, Peter. Sounds like we are just weeks apart in age and I am looking forward to living in Isaan as soon as I can. Wishing you all the very best... Meanwhile, I will do my best to look after good old Blighty 😊

[@ThailandBound]

Best of luck!

[@Traveler19491]

I've lived in Thailand for eleven years, almost ten years in Cha Am and I love the tropical climate. Yes, the heat can be a bit much at times, but living in Cha Am, we tend to have consistent nice sea breezes that keep the humidity down a bit. I have a friend who lives in the mountains near Chiang Rai and he posted a photo of himself this morning wrapped in a jacked with a ski cap on. It was in the mid 40s F. Doesn't happen often, but it can occasionally get pretty nippy in the northern mountains. If you like the beach, you should visit Sam Roi Yot, about 30 minutes south of Hua Hin. Stunning beaches! I've got a good friend, English, who owns a hotel down there that I always stay at.

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@joyousroamer9167]

Great update Peter.

[@ThailandBound]

Appreciate you watching, glad it was helpful!

[@maniac-69]

Brave man. I'm finally leaving Thailand next month after 5 years. Been a journey that's for sure.

[@ThailandBound]

I wish you all the best on your next adventure.

[@maniac-69]

@@NeilNeilygotthere I'll take a break for now. Been doing Mauy Thai for the last 2 years and need to give my body a rest. Also a bit concerned with the new unclear tax rules so it will be nice to know what's happening before I get a new visa. Especially since I'm considering an Elite Visa to save on hassle.

[@maniac-69]

@@ThailandBound thanks mate. I'm looking at the 5 year visa and maybe buying a condo here at a later time. Hopefully we will get a chance to catch up

[@maniac-69]

@@NeilNeilygotthere hey mate yea my visa is due soon from doing Mauy Thai full time. My body needs a break. I'll be back for sure at some stage.

[@gabymalembe]

The written language is difficult but once you learn it you get the tones right, because it tells you the tones.

[@bobbyzipp9947]

Yeah, it annoys me too when people bash their home country being that their home country allowed them to have the lifestyle in Thailand that they have now.

[@negswa4127]

Agree 100%……I noticed may expat from the UK and US love to do that. As an American myself, home sweet home will always be the US although I travelled extensively to many countries around the world.

[@AsiaGuy2025]

@@bobbyzipp9947 Well...UK is not what it was is the point.

[@Landofsmiles999]

I just remembered watching one of your vlogs while you were still in the UK. It's great to see you're above the waterline.

[@sam-n2b9j]

Great watching, down to earth personal perspectives on living in Thailand.

[@ThailandBound]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@fabianh.5848]

The situation with road rage and never smile back is the same in Germany

[@tmoney6217]

Hi Peter i have been watching you a long time. I enjoy your content stories and honesty. I found you by a click bait picture of a pretty thai girl ( see they do work). Thailand was not much on my radar before you but now its in my top 3 retirement option, so ty for opening my eyes.

[@ThailandBound]

Cool, thanks

[@tmoney6217]

@@NeilNeilygotthere italy and Phillipines. A forth would be Aruba but too expensive

[@Pfit111]

Hey Peter, I don't get to see many of the livestreams because of the time zone issue but I still like to watch your videos when I see them. It's crazy that it's been two years since we met in Treetown that time. I'm glad that you're doing well mate.

[@ThailandBound]

That’s crazy, two years already, great to hear from you!

[@Dutch-Buddha]

Hi Peter thanks for creating and sharing I also think that the Thai have more respect for the elderly than in Eu or UK

[@ThailandBound]

Yes I agree

[@micktheleg1049]

Keep Enjoying life Peter. Good Luck to you.

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks, you too!

[@azchoudhury]

Spot on about your thoughts on Living here in the Land Of Smiles. Been happily living here for eight years and been following you since the lockdown days. Cheers from Nonthaburi.

[@ZoKitchen]

Thailand is fun 🤩

[@HaterSpitFire]

I Been Watching You From The Start. I Remember When You 1st Started You Were Posting News On During The Week And Saturday Story Time And That Was Before COVID Your Doing Very Well There Happy Birthday

[@edwardpawlak-u3l]

Ive been seeing your videos for over a year now but not a lot lately . I always have liked them because theyre very straightforward and easy to understand . After being divorced for over twenty years from my american wife and several relationships I traveled to Bali Indonesia to visit my son and met up with the woman of my dreams and married her last October . So far shes been great and very pleasing and were both happy togetherprobably because shes a very honest person . I hope you continue making your vlogs and good luck staying healthy . Im 74 and doing well health wise, my wife is 39

[@ashleylovestennis6476]

If you are 74 and she 39 she will be very happy because she dont have to play the long game. Soon she will receive all your assets and secure a comfortable life. She will have plenty of years to get a young man for other matters. Hopefully she will stick with you when you need help to the bathroom etc.

[@David-0100]

Three years already? Wow. No smoking🚭, little drinking, and lost 10 kgs, seems like things have moved forward. On the note about heat and humidity, someone once said, "I'd rather sweat than freeze" about moving to a warmer place, which I totally agree with!

[@danielvandervort]

I'm from Honolulu, Hawaii. Yes Hawaii is a paradise. But, the quality of my life here in Thailand is what keeps me here. I visited 25 years ago after traveling the world and planned to move here, which I have. I get social security $1,350 which is exactly my monthly budget. I live on the beach $275 in condo, $250. food and enough left over to have for gfe ;). I love the Thai's and their culture there are no tourists anywhere around me. I lived in Bangkok ( On Nut ) and in Phuket. I have an easy sense of humor which is always good to have anywhere...Have not been back to Hawaii in 5 years and do not plan to ever return....I have read and listened to people who are unhappy here or negative. You arrived here happy I hope. Than its up to you to dial in your own happiness. I did...aloha

[@Glyn69]

Peter, nice catch up. i have lost 17 kilos living here, walk 12 k most days plus the lifestyle eating heakthy etc plus having a car motorbike plenty of plces to visit plus sodnt 6 days up in Phrae last week lovely up in the mountains. I've been watching you since you started

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks for sharing your experience and for being a long-time viewer!

[@DaveTheRaveBangkok]

We have both been on a fantastic journey since the late 1990s Peter. I enjoy your videos they help me keep a connection to Thailand.

[@ThailandBound]

I bet you miss it right Dave you should try and get back one day

[@DaveTheRaveBangkok]

@@ThailandBound I start learning to walking with my artificial leg Wednesday. I hope to visit Thailand in one to two years.

[@ThailandBound]

Good luck with that Dave

[@DonC-NewandImproved]

I live on the Dark Side of Pattaya for the last 4 years. I love it. This area is quiet, near golf courses, gated community, close ( 20 minutes) from the beach or malls. Im not a drinker so I dont visit the bars, I do drive and own a car.. Im from Florida so it feels the same

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks for sharing your experience of living in Pattaya, it's great to hear you're enjoying it!

[@marksanderson8827]

Morning, really good video, new subscriber from NE UK, here. thanks for your back story. will check out your previous videos. Cheers

[@frankrico4712]

Keep them coming. Appreciate you !!

[@ThailandBound]

Much appreciated, and I will 🙏

[@johnm140]

Hey Peter, how are you dealing with giving up your universal healthcare in England? Are you paying for private healthcare in Thailand now? How expensive is it? Sorry if you've answered this in the past.

[@ThailandBound]

I self-insure

[@BEEINLONDON]

I have not watched for a while, you look well mate...

[@davea3329]

That’s a great backdrop Peter . You look so relaxed!

[@stevenhuber829]

Excellent and authentic vlog 🙏👍. I am Swiss, 60 and plan to move to Thailand within a year. To find a good health insurance I wonder about. Any tips, hints, recommendations? price tag? Thank you

[@bottlebaby]

I still remember your announcement of the impending move. Time flies, so best of luck for the next 2 years.

[@Tom-gv4vx]

I live in Central Arkansas,,soundings like a big improvement on the summer weather here,but I may miss the changes in seasons,but with the beaches and ocean and good food and mostly naked women I may struggle thru somehow

[@genuinecomments4008]

I have watched you from a 2k of viewers shocked you are not even up to 200k you are the most honest reviewer.

[@ThailandBound]

I'm happy with my numbers but I appreciate your comment

[@BigBillyBowden]

I've been watching Peter since he was a wee lad

[@roberthart5853]

Peter, really enjoy the stories and way they are delivered😊🎉 look forward to a new episode per week

[@ThailandBound]

Glad you like them!

[@clrodrick]

I am having a tough time learning Thai Alphabet and language also. My brain is just not hardwired for language.

[@steveburke7675]

There is a big difference between visiting Thailand and LIVING in Thailand. I'm a US/UK expat living in Mexico (Perm. Resident). I have visited Thailand before and loved it. I have spent the last 2.5 months in Hua Hin checking things out...and tbh...Hua Hin isnt for me. I simply dont enjoy the vibe. Heading back to BKK on friday, then off to Tokyo on the 26th, then México on 3 Feb. Maybe check out another part of Thailand later on.

[@ElginHuttlesford]

Ya got it all wrong Burke

[@steveburke7675]

@ElginHuttlesford ...ppl are entitled to their own opinions Huttlesford.

[@ElginHuttlesford]

@@steveburke7675 Yes, you're right, people are entitled to their opinions, but Burke, ya got it all wrong.

[@changnoiboi]

Good honest video. Positive vibes 🧘🤙🏽

[@ThailandBound]

Cheers 👍

[@zombiehunter170]

Hi there thank you for all your videos I am up at Phitsanulok and I have found the country is an amazing place the people are so nice and it has been so much better than back in the UK

[@AtomP-l6s]

I've lived here 35 year's.

[@SengSiewYeoh]

Thanks for all the informative videos. I listen to them whenever i go to gym😅

[@ThailandBound]

Glad you like them!

[@jane-ih4fo]

I really enjoyed this video. I think more videos like this would be great.

[@ThailandBound]

I will keep that in mind. Thanks for watching!

[@cj90014]

Wonderful recap. Thanks!

[@tachapchannel]

Great videos! I'm your new subscriber

[@ThailandBound]

Welcome aboard! Glad to have you.

[@guygourley2411]

I lived in Chiang Mai for over two years. Thai language is difficult to learn at an older age as you mentioned, so I only had enough knowledge to order food, gas, etc., but never at a conversational level. So my communication was usually reserved for other farangs. There were three reasons I decided to move back to the US. One was the road death per 100,000 being one of the highest in the world, and certainly having my share of close calls. The second was the cost of health insurance, which as one ages gets more expensive, combined with the fact if I had a heart attack, probably few Thai people would notice or even care to help, and with the limited emergency system I'd probably die before I could get true medical treatment. Third was that besides cost of living, virtually everything I did in Thailand I could do in the US, and even be able to work if I wanted to (which I do just to stay busy and social). Really the primary reason to live in Thailand is cost of living, and for a lot of expats that have little or no success with women in their own country, the opportunity to take women to bed, dates, on a vacation, etc., although everyone involved really knows it is more about money. There are a few "real" love stories, but you marry the family in Thailand, and that can be difficult. I generally classified expats as those that felt their life was somewhat of a failure and being able to mingle with cute younger girls bolstered their confidence. There were those that at 10am you saw at the local little bar, arm around mama-san, and they pretty much stayed there all day, feeling like the local bar king. Then there were the ones that just wanted to put notches on their gun for every girl they had, and finally those who felt that the cost of living justified being there since they really couldn't afford their own country on what income they had. Now I've heard many people say negative things about even going around and nodding or saying hello to people, and I have virtually never found that to be an issue in the US, unless you stray into unseasonable areas. Anyways, I agree with you on many sides, but a person's lifestyle (such as eating better, exercising, etc.) can be done in any country. I would be interested in the cost of your health insurance, plus I have heard that from 70 and above it becomes quite expensive and difficult to obtain. Thanks for your posts, usually pretty enjoyable!

[@flomerc]

I'd like to know more about the health insurance situation too. Maybe you could do an interview with a broker?

[@cwinasia]

long time follower of you work Peter. Congratulations on changing your situation and lifestyle, it really shows . I think you look younger, fitter and more content 🙏🏼👏. I’ve been in TH over 12 years, what helped my Thai most was studying . You might consider dropping by Rak Thai Language School at the Phloen Chit Bts. I watched student there of all ages make really good progress and the teachers are lovey. For perspective I’m about to turn 59. You might also enjoy ‘ built to move ‘ by Kelly and Juliette Starrett, about how to stay strong and healthy as we age . Very concise and simple in its suggestions . Warm Regards, Christopher

[@ThailandBound]

Thanks, I will check out that language school!

[@thevanthatrocked]

In Portugal but coming to BKK on 18th Jan for my daughter's graduation. Have 3m visa and will try to get marriage visa this time. I read many books about Pattaya and Thailand. Short stories, novels. Loved your stories in the past Peter. Please keep it up. Jeff